Dana Meachen Rau
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Language
English
Description
"Just in time for the third North American total solar eclipse of the twenty-first century, this book explains how to safely observe solar eclipses, how long eclipses last, and why they result in a blackout period during the day. Young armchair astronomers and astronauts will be inspired by the wonders of outer space and what exists beyond our atmosphere as they learn more about the moon, the sun, and our earth. What really happens during a solar...
3) Chanukah
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
840L
Language
English
Description
Discusses the origins, symbols, and celebration of Chanukah, the eight-day Jewish festival of lights which has been celebrated since the second century B.C.
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Description
"When the very modern character of Nancy Drew first appeared in 1930, no one had a clue that she would remain a star for the next century! To this day, Nancy is still the main character in new TV shows, movies, and books. What makes her so interesting to so many generations of readers? Nancy can do it all! She's a daring teenage girl who solves mysteries, expertly drives her famous blue car, cooks like a gourmet chef, swims like a pro, and more! Since...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
970L
Language
English
Description
"From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades-long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk of Fame, and set the Guinness World Record for woman...
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
900L
Language
English
Description
Presents an account of the life of the Mexican American labor activist who helped organize the migrant farm workers and establish a union to fight for their rights.
10) Trains
Author
Series
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
"Describes the physical attributes, different kinds, and purposes of trains"--Provided by publisher.
12) My special space
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
380L
Language
English
Description
A girl describes the hideaway in her closet where she goes when she wants to spend time by herself.
13) In the yard
Author
Series
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
2001.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
As the seasons change, a family shares both fun and chores in their yard.
14) Dr. Seuss
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
530L
Language
English
Description
Presents a brief overview of the life of the man who wrote "Green Eggs and Ham" and many other beloved children's books.
Author
Series
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Pub. Date
2005.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
600L
Language
English
Description
Discusses the sense of hearing and how it affects the body. The banging of drums bounces around your head, but how do you really hear them? Listen up to learn what happens to sound once it reaches your ear.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
Description
Describes the life of Marie Antoinette, including her childhood in Austria, her lavish lifestyle, and the Diamond Necklace Affair.
17) Maps
Author
Series
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
"Discusses how people make sense of Earth by making maps and introduces globes, flat maps, and the idea of making borders"--Provided by publisher.
18) The secret code
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
1998.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
390L
Language
English
Description
Oscar, who is blind, teaches Lucy how to read his Braille book.
19) Police officer
Author
Series
Publisher
Marshall Canvendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
"Easy to read text with rebuses explores the job duties of a police officer"--Provided by publisher.